QA Technician - Oldham Park Cakes is a c£180 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are two sites both based in the North West at Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts. We mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. Park Cakes is a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy and strong relationship with its customers through its energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality. Job Vacancy: An opportunity has arisen for x2 QA Technicians Example Accountabilities: Compiling, issuing, and training of process control records and quality standards. Attending trials and product launches. Auditing and monitoring of food safety, quality, and legality within the factory. Internal Auditing (systems, GMP, CCP audits) Investigation of customer complaints and attending/facilitating customer complaints meetings Problem-solving and supporting Operations / Technical in resolving issues Monitor the standards of hygiene, food safety, GMP, traceability, allergen management, legality and quality. Carrying out Traceability and Mass balance exercises Organise / attend QC panels on site and ensure corrective actions are followed up and communicated. Verification of key equipment Carrying out swabbing (Micro and allergen) as and when required Ensuring their area / factory is to the best GMP standards ready for unannounced audits / customer visits. Further details to be discussed at interview stage. Set up new products within factory systems, including auto-coding and metal detection/X-ray requirements, and problem-solving issues to ensure effective line start-up and compliance. Carry out organoleptic assessments on products requiring recoding/repacking and provide QA approval prior to repacking activities taking place. Develop, review and amend line standards and QC documentation to support new product launches and product changes. Review QPO30 maintenance documentation, completing pre-work and post-work assessments to verify food safety requirements have been met and authorising sign-off prior to equipment release. Ideal Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Experience in a similar role within a food manufacture environment OR educated to degree or equivalent in a food science related discipline. Some previous experience and/or knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC), auditing and HACCP would be useful. Attention to detail. Good communication skills across all levels are essential. Excellent organisational skills in a fast-paced environment and ability to prioritize. Must be completely flexible with working hours - may be required to do Nights, Evening or Weekends. Working Hours: 6am till 5pm 4 on 4 off Or 7am till 3pm Monday to Thursday and Friday 7am till 2pm. Note however flexibility at short notice is required to support business needs either side of core hours. Package: Salary £30,863 for 4 on 4 off / Salary £29,838 for Monday to Friday + Benefits including 25 days holiday a year including bank holidays, Contributory pension scheme, Retailer Discount Scheme, Subsidised canteen To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 14 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This role may be of interest to: Technical Assistant, Technical Compliance Officer, Regulatory Officer, Quality Assistant, QA Assistant, QA Administrator, Specifications Technologist, Retail Technologist, QA Technologist, QC Technician Food Coordinator Controller QA Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Coordinator, Manchester Lancashire
Jul 26, 2026
Full time
QA Technician - Oldham Park Cakes is a c£180 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are two sites both based in the North West at Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts. We mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. Park Cakes is a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy and strong relationship with its customers through its energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality. Job Vacancy: An opportunity has arisen for x2 QA Technicians Example Accountabilities: Compiling, issuing, and training of process control records and quality standards. Attending trials and product launches. Auditing and monitoring of food safety, quality, and legality within the factory. Internal Auditing (systems, GMP, CCP audits) Investigation of customer complaints and attending/facilitating customer complaints meetings Problem-solving and supporting Operations / Technical in resolving issues Monitor the standards of hygiene, food safety, GMP, traceability, allergen management, legality and quality. Carrying out Traceability and Mass balance exercises Organise / attend QC panels on site and ensure corrective actions are followed up and communicated. Verification of key equipment Carrying out swabbing (Micro and allergen) as and when required Ensuring their area / factory is to the best GMP standards ready for unannounced audits / customer visits. Further details to be discussed at interview stage. Set up new products within factory systems, including auto-coding and metal detection/X-ray requirements, and problem-solving issues to ensure effective line start-up and compliance. Carry out organoleptic assessments on products requiring recoding/repacking and provide QA approval prior to repacking activities taking place. Develop, review and amend line standards and QC documentation to support new product launches and product changes. Review QPO30 maintenance documentation, completing pre-work and post-work assessments to verify food safety requirements have been met and authorising sign-off prior to equipment release. Ideal Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Experience in a similar role within a food manufacture environment OR educated to degree or equivalent in a food science related discipline. Some previous experience and/or knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., BRC), auditing and HACCP would be useful. Attention to detail. Good communication skills across all levels are essential. Excellent organisational skills in a fast-paced environment and ability to prioritize. Must be completely flexible with working hours - may be required to do Nights, Evening or Weekends. Working Hours: 6am till 5pm 4 on 4 off Or 7am till 3pm Monday to Thursday and Friday 7am till 2pm. Note however flexibility at short notice is required to support business needs either side of core hours. Package: Salary £30,863 for 4 on 4 off / Salary £29,838 for Monday to Friday + Benefits including 25 days holiday a year including bank holidays, Contributory pension scheme, Retailer Discount Scheme, Subsidised canteen To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 14 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This role may be of interest to: Technical Assistant, Technical Compliance Officer, Regulatory Officer, Quality Assistant, QA Assistant, QA Administrator, Specifications Technologist, Retail Technologist, QA Technologist, QC Technician Food Coordinator Controller QA Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Coordinator, Manchester Lancashire
NPD Concept Developer - Oldham Development Opportunity or Experienced Park Cakes is a c 280 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts, we mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. We are a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy, a flair for NPD and have a strong relationship with our customers and suppliers through our energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality. We currently have a vacancy to work as a Concept Developer in our established NPD Department. The role would suit either a graduate in a Food science discipline or someone with Food Concept Development experience at the start of their career. Example Accountabilities Develop and design products to meet the brief in line with the market benchmarks, inspiration and commercial aspirations. Brief and source raw materials in line with raw material sourcing policies and ork closely with Packaging Innovation Manager to create packaging fit for purpose. Develop products in line with the stage and gate processes and procedures. Support the Concept Manager to ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and timely throughout the development process. Organise organoleptic assessment of products throughout development process. To provide as much product information as possible; dimensions, weight, handling requirements, shelf life, factory processes if known, volumes, launch dates. Attend customer submissions and support Concept Manager with customer updates and regular meetings and build and maintain relationships with key customer contacts. Check stock of packaging samples to present product in the correct packaging at feasibility and customer submissions and organise with Packaging Manager, when required. To work closely with Technologist to set their daily workplan with regular 121 to check in on performance and PDPs. Work with our commercial, operations, technical and purchasing teams to remove roadblocks and ensure concepts are repeatable, sustainable and scalable. Complete, understand and present benchmarking, for existing and new products at internal and customer presentations. Attend factory trial sign off panels to ensure production quality matches the kitchen quality signed off by the customer. Review the accuracy of all recipes inputted into our systems to ensure they meet cost, weight and nutritional requirements. Manage critical path timelines, escalating and mitigating incomplete tasks and risks to prevent delays in product approval and launch. Ideal Candidate Attributes: Educated to degree level or equivalent with food and/or baking specialism or equivalent knowledge gained through on the job training. Ideally some work experience of working in a busy NPD environment and experience of a similar role demonstrating a proficiency in all elements of product development. Excellent attention to detail and ideally knowledge and experience of costing recipes. Able to demonstrate analytical skill and the ability to produce and reviewing costings. Hours: Typically 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4pm on a Friday but flexibility across shifts is required for trials. Package: Competitive package - please provide details of your current package when you apply + benefits including Contributory pension scheme, Retailer Discount Scheme To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Park Cakes within 28 days.
Jul 23, 2026
Full time
NPD Concept Developer - Oldham Development Opportunity or Experienced Park Cakes is a c 280 million business which supplies cake and desserts to service the own brands of major retailers, there are three sites based in the North West at Heywood, Oldham and Bolton. Our products include, high end celebration cake products, slab cakes and mainstream desserts, we mostly supply Marks & Spencer's although we also supply other major retailers. We are a profitable business with a clear commercial strategy, a flair for NPD and have a strong relationship with our customers and suppliers through our energy, style and commitment to partner relationships and quality. We currently have a vacancy to work as a Concept Developer in our established NPD Department. The role would suit either a graduate in a Food science discipline or someone with Food Concept Development experience at the start of their career. Example Accountabilities Develop and design products to meet the brief in line with the market benchmarks, inspiration and commercial aspirations. Brief and source raw materials in line with raw material sourcing policies and ork closely with Packaging Innovation Manager to create packaging fit for purpose. Develop products in line with the stage and gate processes and procedures. Support the Concept Manager to ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and timely throughout the development process. Organise organoleptic assessment of products throughout development process. To provide as much product information as possible; dimensions, weight, handling requirements, shelf life, factory processes if known, volumes, launch dates. Attend customer submissions and support Concept Manager with customer updates and regular meetings and build and maintain relationships with key customer contacts. Check stock of packaging samples to present product in the correct packaging at feasibility and customer submissions and organise with Packaging Manager, when required. To work closely with Technologist to set their daily workplan with regular 121 to check in on performance and PDPs. Work with our commercial, operations, technical and purchasing teams to remove roadblocks and ensure concepts are repeatable, sustainable and scalable. Complete, understand and present benchmarking, for existing and new products at internal and customer presentations. Attend factory trial sign off panels to ensure production quality matches the kitchen quality signed off by the customer. Review the accuracy of all recipes inputted into our systems to ensure they meet cost, weight and nutritional requirements. Manage critical path timelines, escalating and mitigating incomplete tasks and risks to prevent delays in product approval and launch. Ideal Candidate Attributes: Educated to degree level or equivalent with food and/or baking specialism or equivalent knowledge gained through on the job training. Ideally some work experience of working in a busy NPD environment and experience of a similar role demonstrating a proficiency in all elements of product development. Excellent attention to detail and ideally knowledge and experience of costing recipes. Able to demonstrate analytical skill and the ability to produce and reviewing costings. Hours: Typically 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am to 4pm on a Friday but flexibility across shifts is required for trials. Package: Competitive package - please provide details of your current package when you apply + benefits including Contributory pension scheme, Retailer Discount Scheme To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Park Cakes within 28 days.
Technical Administrator - Ripon Select Foods - North Yorkshire Ripon Select Foods Ltd is a successful family-owned business manufacturing dried food ingredients used in many leading branded products. We take pride in our family feel within our business and aim to offer job satisfaction and security. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Company that's investing in its' future. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our Quality team. About the Role As a Technical Administrator, you will play a critical role in a number of tasks within the technical team. You will need to have the ability to prioritise your workload, have a fine eye for detail and be a strong communicator both internally and with external customers/auditors. Key Responsibilities Generating and maintaining internal specifications, customer specifications and assisting in the maintenance of the supplier/raw materials records and database. Assisting the Technical Manager with the maintenance of the technical systems and procedures relating to BRCGS and other accreditations. Carrying out internal audits. Conducting traceability exercises (including mass balance) across product ranges. Assisting with customer complaints - investigation, logging, responses and monitoring. Assisting with external audits, customer visits and other technical tasks when required. About You A science-based qualification or previous experience in a similar role is a plus. Self-motivated, able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team. Strong IT and administrative skills. Good data input and analysis skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance. To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Ripon Select Foods within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for jobs in the following: QA Technician, Quality Assistant, Technical Assistant, Technical Administrator, Quality Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Team Leader, Raw Materials Quality Controller, Technical Assistant, QC, Quality Control, Food, Drinks, Manufacturing, FMCG, Manufacturing
May 27, 2026
Full time
Technical Administrator - Ripon Select Foods - North Yorkshire Ripon Select Foods Ltd is a successful family-owned business manufacturing dried food ingredients used in many leading branded products. We take pride in our family feel within our business and aim to offer job satisfaction and security. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Company that's investing in its' future. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our Quality team. About the Role As a Technical Administrator, you will play a critical role in a number of tasks within the technical team. You will need to have the ability to prioritise your workload, have a fine eye for detail and be a strong communicator both internally and with external customers/auditors. Key Responsibilities Generating and maintaining internal specifications, customer specifications and assisting in the maintenance of the supplier/raw materials records and database. Assisting the Technical Manager with the maintenance of the technical systems and procedures relating to BRCGS and other accreditations. Carrying out internal audits. Conducting traceability exercises (including mass balance) across product ranges. Assisting with customer complaints - investigation, logging, responses and monitoring. Assisting with external audits, customer visits and other technical tasks when required. About You A science-based qualification or previous experience in a similar role is a plus. Self-motivated, able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team. Strong IT and administrative skills. Good data input and analysis skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance. To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Ripon Select Foods within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for jobs in the following: QA Technician, Quality Assistant, Technical Assistant, Technical Administrator, Quality Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Team Leader, Raw Materials Quality Controller, Technical Assistant, QC, Quality Control, Food, Drinks, Manufacturing, FMCG, Manufacturing
Technical Administrator - Ripon Select Foods - North Yorkshire Ripon Select Foods Ltd is a successful family-owned business manufacturing dried food ingredients used in many leading branded products. We take pride in our family feel within our business and aim to offer job satisfaction and security. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Company that's investing in its' future. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our Quality team. About the Role As a Technical Administrator, you will play a critical role in a number of tasks within the technical team. You will need to have the ability to prioritise your workload, have a fine eye for detail and be a strong communicator both internally and with external customers/auditors. Key Responsibilities Generating and maintaining internal specifications, customer specifications and assisting in the maintenance of the supplier/raw materials records and database. Assisting the Technical Manager with the maintenance of the technical systems and procedures relating to BRCGS and other accreditations. Carrying out internal audits. Conducting traceability exercises (including mass balance) across product ranges. Assisting with customer complaints - investigation, logging, responses and monitoring. Assisting with external audits, customer visits and other technical tasks when required. About You A science-based qualification or previous experience in a similar role is a plus. Self-motivated, able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team. Strong IT and administrative skills. Good data input and analysis skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance. To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Ripon Select Foods within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for jobs in the following: QA Technician, Quality Assistant, Technical Assistant, Technical Administrator, Quality Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Team Leader, Raw Materials Quality Controller, Technical Assistant, QC, Quality Control, Food, Drinks, Manufacturing, FMCG, Manufacturing
May 26, 2026
Full time
Technical Administrator - Ripon Select Foods - North Yorkshire Ripon Select Foods Ltd is a successful family-owned business manufacturing dried food ingredients used in many leading branded products. We take pride in our family feel within our business and aim to offer job satisfaction and security. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Company that's investing in its' future. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our Quality team. About the Role As a Technical Administrator, you will play a critical role in a number of tasks within the technical team. You will need to have the ability to prioritise your workload, have a fine eye for detail and be a strong communicator both internally and with external customers/auditors. Key Responsibilities Generating and maintaining internal specifications, customer specifications and assisting in the maintenance of the supplier/raw materials records and database. Assisting the Technical Manager with the maintenance of the technical systems and procedures relating to BRCGS and other accreditations. Carrying out internal audits. Conducting traceability exercises (including mass balance) across product ranges. Assisting with customer complaints - investigation, logging, responses and monitoring. Assisting with external audits, customer visits and other technical tasks when required. About You A science-based qualification or previous experience in a similar role is a plus. Self-motivated, able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small team. Strong IT and administrative skills. Good data input and analysis skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, and generous holiday allowance. To Apply: Please press the 'Apply' button, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Ripon Select Foods within 28 days. Thank you for your interest in the role. This may be of interest to people looking for jobs in the following: QA Technician, Quality Assistant, Technical Assistant, Technical Administrator, Quality Auditor, QA Technologist, QA Team Leader, Raw Materials Quality Controller, Technical Assistant, QC, Quality Control, Food, Drinks, Manufacturing, FMCG, Manufacturing
NPD Manager, Food Manufacturing, Lancashire We are recruiting for an NPD Manager role, on behalf of a leading Food Manufacturer in the Lancashire area. The company are looking for people with drive, who are passionate about New Product Development and enjoy being hands-on. You will be responsible for developing new products and processes to ensure that new products are progressed from concept, development, trial and testing stages through to launch. The Ideal Candidates: Excellent team working and organisation skills, coupled with flair, passion and creativity for product development. Relevant NPD / Technical knowledge gained from a Food Manufacturing environment. Have great leadership and communication skills, who can be influential within the team. Salary : circa £45,000 - £55,000 per annum plus Excellent Benefits Package To Apply : Please press the 'Apply' button Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received correspondence within 7 days, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for reading this advertisement. This may be of interest to people looking for the following roles: Senior NPD Technologist NPD Manager, Technical Manager, Quality Manager, NPD Coordinator, NPD Controller, New Product Development, New Process Development, Research and Development, R&D, QA, Innovations, FMCG Food Drink Manufacturer
May 26, 2026
Full time
NPD Manager, Food Manufacturing, Lancashire We are recruiting for an NPD Manager role, on behalf of a leading Food Manufacturer in the Lancashire area. The company are looking for people with drive, who are passionate about New Product Development and enjoy being hands-on. You will be responsible for developing new products and processes to ensure that new products are progressed from concept, development, trial and testing stages through to launch. The Ideal Candidates: Excellent team working and organisation skills, coupled with flair, passion and creativity for product development. Relevant NPD / Technical knowledge gained from a Food Manufacturing environment. Have great leadership and communication skills, who can be influential within the team. Salary : circa £45,000 - £55,000 per annum plus Excellent Benefits Package To Apply : Please press the 'Apply' button Due to the number of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received correspondence within 7 days, then please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Thank you for reading this advertisement. This may be of interest to people looking for the following roles: Senior NPD Technologist NPD Manager, Technical Manager, Quality Manager, NPD Coordinator, NPD Controller, New Product Development, New Process Development, Research and Development, R&D, QA, Innovations, FMCG Food Drink Manufacturer